36th Annual Winnie's Hometown Festival Arrives in White River

White River's bustling with excitement this weekend, with the 36th annual Winnie's Hometown Festival.

Festival Coordinator Nicole Simpson notes a special theme for this year's celebrations.

Simpson says there are a couple other active events back, including the Mud Run.

Simpson also highlights a "barbecue celebrating culture and community spirit gathering".

Other events happening today include the re-enactment of Winnie and Captain Colborne, followed by the Shirt Tail Parade late this afternoon, the family and teen dance party this evening, and the fireworks at dusk, while tomorrow's festivities include Winnie's Fun Land and Trade Show, the Slo-Pitch Tournament, and adult dance, with the festival ending Sunday with the double feature drive-in movie, showing Inside Out 2 and The Fall Guy.

Weekend passes are available at the Township Office or "at the door", with more details on the Winnie's Hometown Festival Facebook page.